Origin: Denmark.
Provenance: Danish antique dealer( Aarhus).
Period: mid 20th century.
Material: Brass and marble
Condition: some scratches.
Size: 16.5x6.7cm
<<GØR SOM JEG TÆL KUN DE LYSE TIMER>>
Translated from Danish <<Do as I do, count only the bright hours>>
At its core, this sundial holds the secret to tracking the passage of time using the sun's celestial journey. The copper Danish plate, elegantly inscribed with "gør som jeg tæl de kun lyse timer," beckons you to "do as I do, count only the bright hours." As the sun casts its rays upon the sundial, the intricate design and angles come to life, casting shadows that reveal the hour of the day.
To use this sundial, place it in a sunny spot where the sun's rays can directly touch the surface. Align the gnomon, the arm that casts the shadow, with the current date's latitude. As the day progresses, the shadow will move across the plate, indicating the time with surprising accuracy.
As both a functional timepiece and a stunning work of art, this Danish sundial invites you to engage with time in a way that connects you with the cosmos. Whether gracing your desk or adorning a garden setting, this sundial captures the essence of timekeeping as an ancient and captivating practice, offering a tangible link to the celestial rhythms that have guided humanity for generations.
